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Lola Albright - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 20, 1924 |
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| Died | March 23, 2017 (age 92) |
| Birthplace | Akron, Ohio, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Lola Albright's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Role as Edie Hart on the TV series 'Peter Gunn' (1958–1961) |
Intro
Lola Albright was an American singer and actress known primarily for her work in film and television during the mid-20th century. She achieved widespread fame for her role as nightclub singer Edie Hart on the classic television series 'Peter Gunn.'
Early Life & Background
Lola Albright was born in Akron, Ohio. She worked as a model and receptionist before entering the entertainment industry. She moved to Hollywood in the 1940s to pursue a movie career.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role as Edie Hart in 'Peter Gunn', earning an Emmy nomination
- Appeared in films such as 'The Tender Trap' (1955), 'Kid Galahad' (1962), and 'A Cold Wind in August' (1961)
- Recorded several solo albums as a singer, noted for her sultry voice
Trivia
- She won the Silver Bear for Best Actress at the 1966 Berlin International Film Festival for 'Lord Love a Duck'.
- Albright originally aspired to become a vocalist before turning to acting.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Lola Albright born?
Lola Albright was born the 20 July 1924.
Where is Lola Albright from?
Akron, Ohio, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About July 20th, 1924, in brief:
- Historical events: On July 20, 1924, the International Chess Federation (FIDE) was founded in Paris, uniting national chess federations worldwide.
- Day of the week: July 20th, 1924 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Oh Susanna by Wendell Hall & Shannon Quartet
- Popular movie: Beau Brummel directed by Harry Beaumont
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